The Day the Rock Star Died

Tom Petty was the lead singer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, formed in 1976. He was also a co-founder of the late 1980s supergroup the Traveling Wilburys. He recorded many hit singles with the Heartbreakers and as a solo artist. In his career, he sold more than 80 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Learn more about his incredible career and lasting legacy on the anniversary of his death.

Although Jimi Hendrix’s mainstream career only lasted four years, he made an impact on the world of music that will last forever. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame even describes him as “arguably the greatest instrumentalist in the history of rock music.” He revolutionized the way that we look at an electric guitar, could play solos like nobody else, and set a new standard for all guitarists moving forward. This week, we’ll look into the life of the incredible rock legend, the hits he created, and the iconic performances that he played

There is no denying that Elvis Presley is a true music icon and has definitely earned the title of the “the King of Rock and Roll.” With an enormous body of hit singles, commercial success in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel music, he is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. Prescription drug abuse severely compromised his health and he died suddenly in 1977 at his Graceland estate at just 42 years of age. However, Presley’s legacy lives on as one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century.